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Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI)

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are infections primarily spread through sexual contact, caused by various pathogens. Key causes include unprotected sex, multiple partners, and lack of awareness, while common STIs include Chlamydia, Herpes, Gonorrhea, HIV/AIDS, HPV, and Syphilis. The effects of STIs can be physical, emotional, and social, impacting individuals and society, necessitating preventive measures, early detection, and treatment.

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Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI)

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are infections primarily spread through sexual contact, caused by various pathogens. Key causes include unprotected sex, multiple partners, and lack of awareness, while common STIs include Chlamydia, Herpes, Gonorrhea, HIV/AIDS, HPV, and Syphilis. The effects of STIs can be physical, emotional, and social, impacting individuals and society, necessitating preventive measures, early detection, and treatment.

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Sexually

Transmitted
Infections(STI)
Done by: Miley Allen, Karissa Clarke,
Samoya Grace and Martina Lowe of 10-5
What are sexually transmitted infection (STI)?

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs), also


known as sexually transmitted diseases
(STDs) or venereal diseases, are infections
caused by bacteria, viruses, parasites, or fungi
that are primarily spread through sexual
contact. This includes vaginal, anal, or oral
sex, though some STIs can also be
transmitted through non-sexual means, such
as from mother to child during childbirth,
through shared needles, or via blood
transfusions.
Causes of Sexually transmitted infections (STIs)

Unprotected Multiple Sexual Sharing Lack of Proper


Sex Partners Needles Hygiene
Engaging in sexual Using contaminated
Having several partners needles for drugs, Poor genital hygiene
activity without can create conditions
protection increases increases exposure to tattoos, or supplements
infections. can transmit infections. for
the risk of infection. infections.
1 2 3 4

Substance Lack of Maternal Contact with Infected


Abuse Awareness Transmission Body Fluids
Over using drugs, Insufficient knowledge A mother with an STI Direct exposure to
supplements, or on how to prevent or can pass it to her infected blood, semen,
alcohol can impair identify STIs increases child during vaginal fluids, or sores
judgment and lead to risk. pregnancy, childbirth, can lead to
or breastfeeding.
risky sexual
behaviors. 5 6 4 transmission.
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Sexually transmitted infection (STI)
Most common STIs

1 2 3 4 5 6
Chlamydia Herpes Gonorrhea HIV/AIDS HPV Syphilis
Chlamydia is a common Herpes simplex virus Gonorrhoea is a common HIV (human Syphilis is an infection
sexually transmitted immunodeficiency virus) is a Human papillomavirus
STI that can occur in both (HSV), known as herpes, is caused by bacteria. Most
infection caused by a type virus that attacks the body's (HPV) is a common
men and women. It is a common infection that often, it spreads through
of bacteria. It usually immune system. Without sexually transmitted
caused by a bacterium can cause painful blisters treatment, it can lead to AIDS. sexual contact. The disease
spreads through vaginal, infection. Almost all
called Chlamydia or ulcers. It primarily There is currently no effective starts as a sore that's often
oral and anal sex. sexually active people will painless and typically
trachomatis. It’s easily spreads by skin-to-skin cure. Once people get HIV,
Gonorrhoea is treatable and be infected at some point appears on the genitals,
treated and cured with contact. It is treatable but they have it for life
curable with antibiotics. in their lives. rectum or mouth.
antibiotics. not curable.
Effects of Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) on an individual

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) can have significant


physical, emotional, and social effects. Physically, they
may cause discomfort, chronic pain, infertility, increased
cancer risk, and complications during pregnancy,
especially if left untreated. Emotionally, they can lead to
stress, anxiety, depression, guilt, and a decline in
self-esteem due to stigma. Socially, STIs may strain
relationships, create challenges in dating, and lead to
isolation or stigma. Economically, they can result in
medical costs and loss of productivity. Early detection,
treatment, and preventive measures such as safe sex
practices, regular screenings, and vaccinations are
essential to reduce these impacts.
Effects of Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) on the society

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) have far-reaching effects on society,


including significant public health challenges, economic burdens, and social
consequences. They strain healthcare systems and increase the risk of infertility.
STIs can lead to emotional stress, stigma, and discrimination, affecting mental
health and relationships. Vulnerable populations, such as marginalized
communities and youth, often face higher infection rates due to barriers to
education and healthcare. Additionally, untreated STIs can result in unfavorable
pregnancy outcomes and long-term complications. Addressing these issues
requires complete public health efforts, education, and accessible healthcare
services. Socially, stigma surrounding STIs can lead to misinformation and
discourage people from seeking treatment, worsening outbreaks.
Solutions to Sexual transmitted diseases (STIs)
Solutions to Sexually transmitted infections (STIs)

Avoiding High-Risk Safe Practices Communication


Behaviors: Using dental dams
Limiting the number of Open communication with
sexual partners and during oral sex can also sexual partners about STD
avoiding unprotected sex help prevent the status and prevention
can reduce the risk of transmission of STDs. measures is crucial.
contracting STDs

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Treatment Abstinence: Condom use


Early diagnosis and The most effective
treatment of STDs with Consistent and correct
way to prevent STDs use of condoms can
antibiotics or antiviral
is to abstain from significantly reduce the
medications can prevent
sexual activity. risk of transmitting
transmission and
complications.
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